Printing Press Operators Salary in West South Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,940 -11.6% vs national
Median hourly $19.20
10th percentile $31,740
90th percentile $48,370
Employed locally 30
National median $45,160

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,740
    25th
    $34,440
    50th (median)
    $39,940
    75th
    $43,280
    90th
    $48,370

    Top-paying metros for Printing Press Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $115,770
    Harrisonburg, VA $62,100
    Rochester, MN $58,820
    Napa, CA $57,010
    Modesto, CA $55,730
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $55,280

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    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers$68,570
    Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers$28,850
    Butchers and Meat Cutters$35,880
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators$35,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Printing Press Operators make per hour in West South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Printing Press Operators in West South Dakota is $19.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.00 or more per hour.

    Is West South Dakota above or below average for Printing Press Operators salaries?

    The median Printing Press Operators salary in West South Dakota is 11.6% below the national median of $45,160. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Printing Press Operators in West South Dakota?

    Entry-level Printing Press Operators (10th percentile) earn around $31,740 per year in West South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,440.